Rio Branco vs Santa Cruz AC preview and prediction
The match
Rio Branco host Santa Cruz AC in the Acreano on Sunday 22 March, with kick-off at 02:00 (WAT).
Form guide
Santa Cruz AC's last 4: WDWW Most recently they beat Humaitá 1–0 away. They average 1.8 scored and 0.5 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 24 February 2026, finished Rio Branco 0–3 Santa Cruz AC.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.7 goals: 1.1 for Rio Branco and 1.6 for Santa Cruz AC. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 50%, both teams to score at 59%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Rio Branco 27%, draw 22%, Santa Cruz AC 51%.
Both teams to score: yes (59%) at 1.70.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 73% chance at odds of 1.30. Predicted score: Rio Branco 1–1 Santa Cruz AC. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Rio Branco27%fair 3.64 · @3.20
Draw22%fair 4.61 · @3.25
Santa Cruz AC51%fair 1.97 · @2.05
2.72Expected goals
1.10Rio Branco xG
1.62Santa Cruz AC xG
59%Both score
50%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
0–111%
1–29%
0–29%
1–07%
0–07%
From our goals model: Rio Branco 1.1 – 1.6 Santa Cruz AC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Rio Branco vs Santa Cruz AC?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 73% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.30.
Who will win Rio Branco vs Santa Cruz AC?
On our numbers Rio Branco have a 27% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Santa Cruz AC 51%.
How many goals will there be in Rio Branco vs Santa Cruz AC?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 50% likely and both teams score 59% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Rio Branco vs Santa Cruz AC?
Our predicted score is Rio Branco 1–1 Santa Cruz AC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Rio Branco vs Santa Cruz AC?
Rio Branco vs Santa Cruz AC (Acreano) kicks off on Sunday 22 March 2026 at 02:00 (West Africa Time).
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.